Introduction:
Hello, everyone. It’s Stevie (they/she) here, your Queer Story Time podcast host. Today, October 11th, marks both National Coming Out Day and the release of episode 0, the introductory episode of Queer Story Time, The Podcast. Listeners from all corners of the globe are warmly welcomed.
Background:
Queer Story Time began in March 2021, originally on Instagram Live, with Stevie completing over 50+ episodes. However, due to medical school studies, the podcast took a hiatus, with Stevie always intending to make a comeback. Now, Queer Story Time, The Podcast is back and better than ever!
Personal Journey:
Growing up as a Christian Pastor’s Kid brought Stevie many challenges, trauma, and experiences of anti-queer rhetoric. After contemplating whether to share this in the introductory episode, Stevie decided on truth & authenticity. This podcast aims to shed light on the fact that many queer and trans individuals must conceal their true selves due to societal stigmas & pressures.
The Queer and Trans Experience:
For many in the queer and trans community, concealing their authentic selves is a necessity for personal safety. This often creates a profound disconnect between their true identity and the persona they present to the world. Queer Story Time’s goal is to humanize our experiences.
Stevie's Story:
Stevie Inghram, a queer and trans femme, opens up about their childhood and young adult years, which revolved around the Christian church. This upbringing exposed Stevie to isolation, bullying, and attempts to "pray away" same-sex attraction.
Professional Journey:
To heal from their past, Stevie embarked on a journey that involved delving into yoga, Buddhism, Ayurveda, and naturopathic medicine. Stevie's mission is to create a world where queer and trans people can not only survive but thrive!
Purpose of Queer Story Time:
In a world where anti-queer/trans legislation and misinformation persist, sharing stories can change both hearts and minds. Stevie believes that the LGBTQ+ community's fight for rights, like marriage equality, illustrates the power of storytelling in driving progress.
Logistics of the Podcast:
Episodes of the podcast will typically run between 30 to 60 minutes, featuring diverse guests and topics. The intention of Queer Story Time, The Podcast, is to educate, elevate, and empower its listeners. Episodes will be released bi-weekly, with potential scheduling adjustments.
🔗 QST Resources & Links:
- Support Queer Trans Thriving Mutual Aid Collective's 2025 Rainbow Care Fund on GiveButter
- Find QSTs Website Home at FutureDrStevie.com
📣 Spread the Word, Leave A Review, & Follow QST:
If this episode resonated with you, Stevie encourages you to share it widely! This will also help QST expand to an even bigger audience globally. We would also appreciate you leaving a written/star review to help us build our collective effort to liberate queer and trans people globally.
✨ Join the QST Podcast Community & Get In-Touch:
Looking to see everything happening in our community? Come reach out, connect, and celebrate queer & trans joy together! You can find all QST resources here: https://beacons.ai/qstpodcast
Host: Stevie Inghram, M.S., YT, AWC, NMS-4 (She/They)
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